“Yes! I'm in! He accepted my friend request which means he has given me permission to stalk," thought every girl living on this planet at some point in her life.

After meeting a guy that you think is cute, or who you want to be friends with, you know that your opinion can change just with the click of your mouse. The first step is getting your friend request accepted, and then you have some serious work to do. Here are some ways to effectively Facebook stalk in order to get the right information.

1.) The Relationship Status

This is the first thing you should look at, to see if you have potential with him. Obviously, if he is taken, there isn't much you can do. If his relationship status is “single", then it is your lucky day. “No relationship status" does not automatically mean he is single. Some people are private about their love life. Please continue to step 2, in order to keep going with your Facebook stalking.

2.) The Profile Picture

Of course, this is one of the first things that everyone looks at. It is a first impression of how you represent yourself online. A good sign is if his profile picture includes any family members, a snapshot from a cool vacation, doing something adventurous or creative (for example, skydiving), a group photo with friends, or if it includes family pets. A warning sign is if he is shown flexing in the picture, shirtless, drunk, surrounded by girls, or working out. If he is shown with an impressive achievement, like showing his Dean's List certificate, you need to do further research. He is obviously intelligent, but he might be egotistical. Also, if the profile picture just shows a close-up of his face, you need to go to the next Facebook stalking step.

3.) Posts

His Facebook posts will give you a picture of what his passions are. Red flags include posts that are created with the intent to throw his beliefs on everyone, mean jokes, pictures that include a lot of women, bragging posts, and complaining posts.

4.) Mutual Friends

Try to see what Facebook friends you have in common. If your mutual friends include people that you do not really like, that might not be a good sign. On the other hand, if he has your best friend as a mutual friend, you guys can talk about him or her, the next time you see each other.

5.) Old pictures

Just for fun, I dare you to look at his middle school pictures. Trust me, what you will find is pure entertainment.